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Please Note:  HST will be added to all courses starting after July 1, 2010.

Adult Specialty Programs

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Who says swimming is for kids? These adult oriented courses include: the Adult Workout Program, the Red Cross Adult lesson program, and more!

RED CROSS ADULT LESSONS
Progress is evaluated against the goals set by each swimmer. Recognition is given for personal achievement.
Stage 1: Basic swimming skills including floating, movement and breath control.
Stage 2: Swimming strokes (front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke) working towards proficiency and increased endurance.
Stage 3: Lifetime swimming fitness by maintaining or increasing stroke endurance.
Our instructors will help you feel comfortable in the water as they work directly with you to set learning goals and priorities. After your lesson, relax in the hot tub or sauna!
Prerequisite: The courage and determination to try (and 16 yrs+)

Beginner - Learn to put your face in the water, float and swim in the shallow end, with an introduction to deep water if you wish.

Dates:                 Monday & Wednesdays     Oct 4-Nov 3, 2010

Time:                   6:00-6:30pm

Fee:                     $79.20 + HST

Dates:                 Monday & Wednesdays     Nov 8-Dec 8, 2010

Time:                   6:00-6:30pm

Fee:                     $88.00 + HST

Intermediate - Build on basic swimming skills.  Learn to swim strokes proplerly and how to breathe comfortably. Must be comfortable in deep water and able to swim 1 length.

Dates:  TBA              
Fee: TBA

Call the pool to have your name put on an interest list.                    

SENIOR SWIM LESSONS

It's NEVER too late to learn something new!  Bring a sense of humor and we'll help you swim (or swim more comfortably).

Dates:                  Tues/Thurs                       Oct 5 - Nov 4 , 2010                                       10:00-10:30am
Fee:                       $51.00 + HST

Dates:                  Tues/Thurs                       Nov 9 - Dec 9, 2010                                     10:00-10:30am
Fee:                       $45.90 + HST

ADULT WORKOUT PROGRAM
This is an excellent, coached workout for adults who can comfortably swim at least 2 lengths of the pool and who want to exercise, do triathlons, or set a personal challenge.  Drills aimed at stroke correction and improved stroke efficiency are provided.  This coached program involves swimming between 800m (32 lengths) and 2500m (100 lengths) each hour depending on your swimming ability.
Dates:                  Tues/Thurs                       Oct 5 - Nov 4 , 2010                                       5:30 - 6 :30pm
Fee:                       $55.70 + HST

Dates:                  Tues/Thurs                       Nov 9 - Dec 9, 2010                                        5:30 - 6:30pm
Fee:                       $50.13 + HST

OSTEOFIT
Osteofit is a specially designed exercise and education program for those with Osteoporosis and Osteopenia, and those at risk of falling who require a safe and gentle strength balance and coordination program. This program takes place in the lobby.
Dates:                  Mon/Wed                Sept 20 - Oct 27, 2010                                       1:30 - 2 :30pm
Fee:                       $ 55.00 + HST  (Adults)

                               $ 44.00 + HST   (Seniors)

Dates:                  Mon/Wed                      Nov 1 - Dec 8, 2010                                        1:30 - 2:30pm
Fee:                       $ 55.00 + HST  (Adults)

                               $ 44.00 + HST   (Seniors)

 

 

WATER FIT CLASSES
See Fitness Classes

BOATING SAFETY
See "Get On Board"

LIFEGUARD / SWIM INSTRUCTOR TRAINING
See Leadership Development

Refund, Transfer and Credit Policy

REFUNDS are given ONLY if we cancel a program.

TRANSFERS (POOL ONLY) permitted when the pool is notified 7 days prior to the course start date, or at the recommendation of the instructor.

CREDITS will be issued for the unused portion of a program when the following criteria is met:

  • You provide a doctor's note immediately.Credit is effective starting the date the doctor's note is received by Recreation/Pool staff.
  • We have a wait list and are able to resell your space.
  • (POOL ONLY) You contact the pool 7 days prior to the course start date.

NOTE: Credit must be used within one year. For more details, please call the office.

 


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